CONTACT INFORMATION

For further information about the role please contact:
Christine Dawson, Operational Manager, Aseptic Services and Pharmacy Research,
Email: christine.dawson10@nhs.net
Phone: 01924 541380
Darren Gomersall, Specialist Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Research
Email: darren.gomersall@nhs.net
Phone: 01924 541368

KEY REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate must be a registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician and as such hold a Level 3 Qualification in Pharmacy Services.
Certificate of Accreditation as a Checking Technician
Significant Post Qualification Experience
Physically able to perform the duties of the post i.e. working within a Pharmaceutical Isolator and accessing stock from high and low shelving.

BE PART OF MY TEAM

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients’ homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

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ABOUT THE ROLE

We have the opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Registered Pharmacy Technician to join our progressive Pharmacy Research team at Mid Yorkshire Teaching Trust and contribute to the implementation of research and development within the trust.
The Pharmacy Research department oversees the implementation and ongoing monitoring of a wide portfolio of both commercial and non-commercial studies. The main duties of this role include dispensing and accuracy checking of Investigational Medicinal Products (IMP’s), writing Dispensing Protocols, maintaining Pharmacy Site Files and liaising with the trust’s Research and Development team and study sponsors to ensure high standards of Clinical Trial set-up and delivery are conducted in accordance with all regulatory and professional standards. The successful applicant will also support the Aseptic Services team by acting as a Pre and In-Process checker for the preparation of Chemotherapy, Parenteral Nutrition (PN) and Central Intravenous Additive Service (CIVAS) including Aseptic research preparations.
As well as being motivated and enthusiastic, the successful candidate must able to well work under pressure and as part of a team. Previous experience of working with IMPs and in an Aseptic Services Pharmacy environment is desirable.
The closing date for applications will be brought forward if sufficient applications are received.

MAIN DUTIES

• Assist the Specialist Technician Pharmacy Research in writing and implementing study dispensing protocols and procedures
• Participate in meetings with research nurses, investigators and trial sponsors to establish and maintain a good working relationship to provide an effective pharmacy research service.
• Meet and greet the Trial Clinical Research Associates and facilitate monitoring visits.
• Assist the Specialist Technician Pharmacy Research in ensuring that all trials have appropriate documentation and are maintained in good order.
• To order and receive supplies as necessary and ensure appropriate levels are maintained.
• In the absence of the Specialist Technician Pharmacy Research act as lead for temperature excursions following the relevant clinical trials procedure.
• Assist the Specialist Technician Pharmacy Research in attending site selection visits, feasibility meetings and site initiation visits.
• Assist the Specialist Technician Pharmacy Research in assembling new Pharmacy Site Files.
• Assist the Specialist Technician Pharmacy Research in processing study amendments following the Mid Yorkshire Teaching Trust’s Research and Development team approval.
• Update and maintain the clinical trials database to maintain accurate records
• Check study items and dispensed items for accuracy as an accredited checker
• Assemble and prepare aseptic preparation
• Act as a pre and in-process checker for aseptic preparation
• Participate in the Aseptic weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas.